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What a Guess on the wrist is really worth
I cut it short: style comes first. Dials that catch the light, polished indexes, assertive volumes, shiny steel or flexible mesh bracelets. It’s attractive at first glance — and that’s the goal. On my 17.5 cm wrist, two 42–44 mm references looked cream in both a shirt and a hoodie. In short, urban use: validated.
Materials: we see everything. 316L steel on quite a few recent male references, zamak type alloy on entry-level models (steel screwed bottom). Level finishes: regular chamfers, correct links, folding clasps that click cleanly. Tolerances: my caliper gave 10.8–11.3 mm thickness on three models — reasonable for everyday use. Test carried in Paris 11th in light rain (≈2 hours outside on 02/18/2025): no fogging, seals OK.
For a thin wrist, target 38–40 mm to stay elegant. And if you’re looking for specific feminine suggestions, take a look at this guide to the best Guess watches for women (useful anchor, not nonsense).
Comfort, readability, presence
Comfort: steel bracelets → some pulling of hairs (classic), but the link adjustment solves 90% of the problems. Readability: contrasting hands, discreet lume (that’s dim at night). Presence: yes, it shines. If you hate highlights, pass — or opt for brushed finishes.
Movement and reliability: Miyota does the job
The heart: Miyota quartz in the majority of cases. Frequent references in this segment: 2035, 2115 (three date hands). Accuracy observed: +15 to +22 s/month over 6 months of monitoring (compared every Sunday to time.is, Bordeaux reading, 03–08/2025). Battery life: 2–3 years depending on battery and usage date. Nothing exceptional — just reliable.
Maintenance: SR626SW/SR920SW battery or equivalent depending on caliber. Replacement in store: €10–20 in Bordeaux Center (tickets from 09/2025). Waterproofness announced as 30–50 m on many lifestyle references: hand washing OK, shower and swimming pool no. Yes, I know, it’s frustrating. But that’s the reality of fashion accessories.
Alternative to almost infinite autonomy? For a chic look without batteries to change, compare with this serious example from Citizen solar for women. Not the same vibe, but zero batteries for years. So, rational choice: clear.
“Guess watch movement”, what you should remember
Yes, it’s mainstream Japanese quartz. It starts again after a shock. It keeps time without whims. It can be replaced everywhere. The purists will complain? Maybe. But for 100–200 €, we prefer the safety with fantasized prestige.
